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Posted 28 June 2011 - 11:34 AM

Jeff Probst Signs New Daytime Talk Show DealJeff Probst is going from the harsh conditions of the Survivor set to the comfy cushions of daytime with a new talk show deal he’s signed with CBS Television Distribution. Okay, his Survivor conditions aren’t harsh, but you get our point. Read on to find out the details…

CBS Television Distribution has announced plans for a new daytime talk show that will feature Emmy winner Jeff Probst. What does Jeff Probst have to say about his new deal that will put him in the daytime talk show circuit in 2012? He’s totally ready to explore what makes us humans tick.

“I’m fascinated with human nature and thrilled that this show will allow me the opportunity to connect with real people and explore their stories on a personal level,” Probst said in a statement.

The Survivor host added, “As I continue with Survivor, I am excited to extend my relationship with CBS with this new adventure in the world of daytime.”

We can’t help but wonder what kind of host Jeff Probst will turn out to be. Will he put his hand on his chin and listen intently like Oprah Winfrey or will he try to redecorate a deserving person’s house like Nate Berkus?

While we’ll have to wait and see, one thing CBS knows for sure is, “Anyone who has seen Jeff on Survivor knows how he connects with people, and has an instinct that makes him a natural and compelling host for daytime,” said Aaron Meyerson, president of Programming and Development for CBS Television Distribution.

Mayerson added, “With the same adventure Jeff approaches his own life, the show will take the same path. Whether it’s a newsmaker-of-the-day, a celebrity or ordinary folks, Jeff will go further than typical discussion. The show will cover a range of topics from relationships to human interest. And like Jeff, the show will encourage action, change and discovery. We are very fortunate to have him.”

Posted 21 September 2011 - 09:40 AM

Jeff is either too busy or too lazy to blog (or even vlog!), it would seem.

Since last week, all he has posted is a 15-second teaser for tonight's episode (new "tout" format). LINK

From the comments, it looks like the fans are not too happy about it.(To be read from bottom to top)

By: DavidEllenSeptember 21, 2011 12:25 AMDisagree, humbly. As was noted often in last season's blogfest, the so-called RI concept is way way flawed on multiple levels other than the (manifest) time-related one.By: DavidEllenSeptember 21, 2011 12:17 AMI thought it was telling that, at TC, Jeff noted that the tribe was apparently deciding on which of two players (Cochran or Semhar) "to send home." Freudian slip: subconsciously, the Redemption Island concept is inorganic/contrived/inelegant/illogical even to the host.

Dump it already!By: DavidEllenSeptember 21, 2011 12:09 AMYou, sir, are a gentleman and a scholar...! Good riddance to RI.By: BellaSeptember 20, 2011 7:22 PMThese Touts SUCK! Bring back the blog--at least there you can finish a thought!By: ThinsoleSeptember 20, 2011 12:51 PMBlog? PleaseBy: Wicked (VT JG)September 20, 2011 6:52 AMSeems like there are tons of people who want your blog back. While you decide on that, I would recommend that they check out Rob Cesternino's (Survivor Amazon, All-Stars) blog on the CBS site. Great episode summary from one of the game's better strategic players.By: lyndybSeptember 19, 2011 9:45 PMMe want written blog too.By: Melissa in MontanaSeptember 19, 2011 7:45 PMI loved reading your pithy writing about the previous night's show. I'm sure the vlog is easier for you, but it's not even close to the same. Missing it in Montana!By: AmyloafSeptember 19, 2011 4:18 PMDearest Jeff, I love all the extra stuff you give and give and give... However, I do miss the blog. You've really spoiled us with it these past seasons. I know what a hassle it must be, but I'd be happy to transcribe it for you... Just prattle on for a few minutes, download the audio and I'll type it up for all to enjoy. thank you for everything.

Survivor is good, but you make it great.

Cheers!By: CMoneySeptember 19, 2011 3:59 PMDear Mr Probst, See what I did there, I'm being extra nice. I hate to be a celebrity stalker and I'm sure you want to have a real life but will you please bring back the normal blog with analysis. After last year's survivor finale, I spent the next few months coming back to your website only to be disappointed in not seeing anything new for the summer. As this season got closer and closer I was more and more excited to read any new posts by my favorite celebrity host. Alas, I am back to being disappointed. If you don't have time for a full post can you at least tell us about some super special project you are working on, or maybe you found that special someone?

Posted 09 November 2011 - 08:19 AM

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still missing the next-day Jeff blog.

I'm with you on that one!

The highlight of recent seasons, for me, was Jeff's blog.Reading his break-down, insights, and behind-the-scenes information enriched the experience for me, and made Survivor fun and interesting again, whereas it had lost its luster for a while prior to that, in my eyes.

Probst, you've let me, and most likely many of your other fans, down... BIG TIME!